Planning a successful self drive road trip isn’t a one-day thing and never should it be rushed. It all requires extra attention the fact that road trips involve navigating through the remotest part of the country and when preparing, everything should be put together right from the clothing, food to gear. Packing for a road trip requires a little extra packing unlike when you are on a destination break. First, extra attention must be paid on the rental car and personal care while in the remotest part of Uganda. For a safe and successful road trip, here are some of the items to consider packing;
Road trip packing list;
- Essential car documents
- Car phone holder
- Car audit –gas, oil, brakes, water and wheels
- Electronic battery pack
- Neck sleep scarf
- Windscreen cover
- First aid kit
- Hand sanitiser
- Day pack
- Eco-water bottle & cutlery
- Waterproof hiking boots or shoes
- Food bags and clips
- Waterproof bag cover
- Waterproof jacket & long trousers
- Stove, gas and lighter –in case of camping safaris
- Cool bag with ice
- Camping table, groundsheet and chairs
- All essential food
Essential travel & rental documentation
- Car Insurance
- Valid license
- Credit cards
- Car registration or manual
- Car hire contract
- Valid visa
- Personal travel insurance
- Printed accommodation details
- Emergency phone contact
Important Navigation Tools
- USB Chargers for the phone
- Printed maps
- Smartphone
- Car phone mount
- Navigation Apps
Packing list for the rental car
A road trip with no functioning car isn’t a trip. Your journey can be enjoyable once you have the right gear in your rental car in Uganda. When planning and preparing to embark on your road trip in the pearl of Africa or any destination, there are essentials to look into. They include;
- Locking wheel nuts
- Breakdown cover
- Foot pump
- Spare light bulbs
- Catalytic converter
- Wheel jack
- Spare tyre
- Spare fuse
- Blind spot mirror
- Warning triangle
- Navigation tools, etc.
Essential road trip gear/accessories
When planning a road trip, first, pay attention to yourself and your well-being. The important accessories to consider in your rental car;
- Seat cushion
- Sunglasses
- Car trunk organizer
- Portable charger
- Reading material –tablets, iPad or kindle
- Motion sickness tablets
- Hand sanitizer
- Reusable shopping bags
- Hand cream
- Travel pillows
- Writing materials –pens and journals
- Car games
- Hot water bottle
- Toiletries & personal care items –lip balm, sanitary products, toothbrush charger, toothpaste, shampoo, body wash, conditioner, hair straightener, deodorant, makeup essential, nail clipper, brush/comb/hair brush, moisturizer, etc.
- Car tissue paper
Packing list for photography safaris;
There are hundreds of reasons why visitors travel to destinations such as Uganda and include photography. To prepare and plan for your photography trip in the Pearl of Africa, here are some of the equipment and other electronic accessories to consider packing;
- Extra batteries for your camera
- Dashcam
- Camera –that is functioning
- Memory cards
- Charging cables
- Card reader
- Go Pro
- Camera Tripod, etc.
Safety essentials for your road trip;
A road trip in Uganda or Africa is all about having fun and you can enjoy it once safety is guaranteed. Here are some of the important items to consider packing in case of any emergencies;
- First aid kit
- Jumper cables
- Tow rope
- Roadside emergency kit
- Air compressor
- Tool kit
- Booster cables
- Window hammer
- Spare tyre.
- Extra car key
- Transmission oil
- Rags & an old blanket
- Washed fluid
- Brake fluid
- Gallon jug of water
Important road trip bags & luggage
- Daypack
- Camera bag
- Purse or neck wallet
- Toiletry bag
- Laundry bag
- Small backpack
- Suitcase/Backpack
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